A classic interview where 9th Wonder explains breaking into the music industry as a new producer, the musical challenges involved in sampling, and his views on the currently crowded producer market. Notable Quote: "Now the internet is flooded, I mean truly everybody is a producer. You’ve got all types of people with beat machines in … Read more
Producer Exile talks about upcoming projects, the origin of his live MPC style, keeping music interesting
In a promo for HoodPromoTV, Bangaldesh talks about a few upcoming projects, the making of "A-Milli", his preference for the Akai MPC, his favorite beats, and favorite producers of all-time.
DJ Premier reflects on 22 years in hip-hop and the legacy he desires to leave. He discusses technology, marketing, and music business trends, musical integrity, and the importance of independent hip-hop. Primo also reveals clues about the size of his record collection and advice for up and comers.
Notable Quote:
"Passion always overrides money and everything else. The money comes with the passion."
Part 2 after the jump!
Artist/producer 88-Keys tells the story of receiving his name from Large Pro, working with Roosevelt Record Convention vendor John Carraro, and how Kanye West became executive producer of The Death of Adam.
Producer Dallas Austin (TLC, Pink, Madonna, Kelis) talks about his history as a musician (semi-autobiographical films Drumline and ATL), the difference between his own music vs producing for others, his upcoming project A Days A Weekend, and "entertainment" records vs. album continuity and content.
Another must see Easy Mo Bee interview as he gets deeper into the story of working with Miles Davis, the freedom and flexibility provided by sampling, the true essence of hip-hop, and even delivers a Miles Davis impersonation. Later Easy Mo Bee tells the story of becoming connected with Puffy and Notorious B.I.G. during the … Read more
Robbie over at Unkut just dropped another gem as he interviews Large Professor to talk his departure from sampling during the release of 1st Class, the recent trend of releasing lost demo tapes, investing proper time in creative projects, proper vinyl care, and more. Notable Quote: "A lot of the true essence, a lotta the … Read more
Producer and Kanye West mentor No I.D. discusses checking his ego and his initial disagreement with the creative direction of 808’s & Heartbreak, then curiously backs away from any further positive or negative comment about the project. Notable Quote: "I didn’t agree with it at first, but when it was done I agreed with what … Read more
Easy Mo Bee sits down with General Steele to talk about working with Alicia Keys, Big Daddy Kane, and early Wu-Tang. He also discusses the contrasting personalities of Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac along with having the distinction of being the last person to work with Miles Davis.